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The geography of Khamria consists of arid basins separated by high mountain ranges. Khamria occupies the center of Méniail. It is bordered by Gosterra to the northwest, Balúrail to the southwest, Aráinia to the north, Orinilure to the northeast, and Arezilur to the east, with the Southern Ocean to the south. It surrounds the Domain of Yairan, which is a separate region.

Subregions

Baviare Vale

The Baviare Vale is a highland basin between the Ilergierze Mountains to the west and the Așdilu Mountains to the east. It is the most populated part of Khamria and contains Lavierin, the largest city. The Vale is divided into five geographic areas:

Vale’s Edge, a plateau along the foot of the Ilergierze Mountains
the Northern Expanse, an uninhabited grassland in the north
the Ingur Basin, the low ground around Lake Ingur
Lurțilia, a savanna in the south crossed by the Ingur River
the Binzir Hills, uplands north of Lavierin

The main overland entrance to the Vale is the Tulclurius Pass, at Lepigisțil in the southwest.

Barerte Waste

The Barerte Waste is a desert basin between the Bogh Mountains to the northwest and the Ilergierze Mountains to the southeast. Most of it is dry and without surface water. The Saltmirror Basin, a salt flat, lies at its northern end. Lake Aregarit lies in the southwest, beside a dried lakebed, and Lake Sacoane lies in the north.

Șire Bișit

Șire Bișit is an area of broken, faulted ground in eastern Khamria, beyond the Așdilu Mountains. Earthquakes are frequent, and the surface is uninhabited.

Mountain ranges

Four ranges divide and enclose the subregions.

The Așdilu Mountains form a ring around the Domain of Yairan and the eastern wall of the Baviare Vale. Lavierin and Gareag are built on their western side.
The Ilergierze Mountains run from southwest to northeast between the Barerte Waste and the Baviare Vale. They are volcanic in origin. Yacinsa lies on their eastern slopes.
The Bogh Mountains form the northwestern border with Gosterra. They are crossed by a northern pass at Iparbinze and a southern pass at Goterleni.
The Mazissage Mountains run along the south of Khamria and continue west along the border with Balúrail. They are covered in mist for most of the year.

Coast

Khamria has two stretches of coast on the Southern Ocean. In the south, the Mazissage Mountains descend directly into the sea. In the east, a narrow strip of coast lies beside the Domain of Yairan, south of Șire Bișit.

Rivers and lakes

Surface water is scarce. The Ingur River rises in the Mazissage Mountains near Lepigisțil, descends Senerge Falls at Uryaurire, and flows east across Lurțilia to Lake Ingur. The city of Ingur stands on the lake's eastern shore. The lakes of the Barerte Waste are the only other large bodies of water.

Subterranean features

The Deep Roads, a network of passages built by the Namuril, run beneath the mountain ranges and connect the cities of the Baviare Vale to one another and to Orinilure.

Climate

Khamria is arid. Summers are hot, winters are cool, and rainfall is low. The Așdilu Mountains block moisture from the west and leave the land east of them drier still. The Mazissage Mountains receive more moisture than the rest of the region. The highest peaks are cold throughout the year.

Flora and fauna

Vegetation is sparse outside the Baviare Vale, where highland savanna supports grasses, shrubs, and scattered trees. Animal life includes large grazing herbivores, long-legged birds, and predatory cats.

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-{{Geography Sections
+The '''geography of [[Khamria]]''' consists of arid basins separated by high mountain ranges. Khamria occupies the center of [[Méniail]]. It is bordered by [[Gosterra]] to the northwest, [[Balúrail]] to the southwest, [[Aráinia]] to the north, [[Orinilure]] to the northeast, and [[Arezilur]] to the east, with the Southern Ocean to the south. It surrounds the [[Domain of Yairan]], which is a separate region.
-|Introduction=The realm of Terasil, the domain of Oras, the [[Primordial Spirit]] of Earth, is known for its rugged and varied landscapes, shaped by millennia of geological and elemental activity. Dominated by towering mountain ranges, vast valleys, and extensive underground networks, Terasil is the oldest and most enduring physical realm in [[Adaris]]. The geography of Terasil reflects its unyielding nature, offering a diverse environment that sustains the ancient cultures and societies that have lived there for eons.
-|Topography=Terasil's geography is defined by its mountainous terrain, fertile valleys, arid plains, and extensive cave systems. Each feature of Terasil's landscape plays a crucial role in the cultural and economic life of its inhabitants, particularly the Orasians and Minthari.
-=== Valleys and Plains ===
+== Subregions ==
-While the mountains define Terasil’s overall topography, its valleys and plains provide the fertile land necessary for agriculture and settlements.
+[[File:Ingur Postcard 01.jpg|thumb|A postcard of [[Ingur]]]]
-Emerald Valley: This fertile valley lies in the shadow of the [[Citadel Mountains]]. Once barren rock, it has become a lush agricultural hub due to centuries of careful cultivation by the Orasians. It is named for the rich green hue of its fields, which stand in stark contrast to the surrounding rocky landscape.
+=== Baviare Vale ===
+{{main|Baviare Vale}}
+The [[Baviare Vale]] is a highland basin between the [[Ilergierze Mountains]] to the west and the [[Așdilu Mountains]] to the east. It is the most populated part of Khamria and contains [[Lavierin]], the largest city. The Vale is divided into five geographic areas:
+* [[Vale’s Edge]], a plateau along the foot of the Ilergierze Mountains
+* the [[Northern Expanse]], an uninhabited grassland in the north
+* the [[Ingur Basin]], the low ground around [[Lake Ingur]]
+* [[Lurțilia]], a savanna in the south crossed by the [[Ingur River]]
+* the [[Binzir Hills]], uplands north of Lavierin
-Yalta Expanse: An arid plain on the eastern edge of Terasil, the Yalta Expanse is shaped by the rain shadow effect of the Citadel Mountains. Though it lacks the fertility of Emerald Valley, hardy crops are still cultivated here by resourceful Orasian communities.
+The main overland entrance to the Vale is the [[Tulclurius Pass]], at [[Lepigisțil]] in the southwest.
+[[File:Barerte Waste Photo 01.jpg|thumb|Photo of the Barerte Waste]]
-Saltmirror Basin:Located West of theKhargath Range, the Saltmirror Basin is a vast expanse of shimmering salt flats. Once an ancient inland sea, it evaporated over millennia, leaving behind layers of salt and minerals that create a mirror-like surface under the sun. The basin is both a natural wonder and a resource-rich area; the Orasians harvest rare salts and minerals here, which are essential for various rituals and craftsmanship. The reflective landscape is also known to produce mesmerizing mirages, making navigation challenging without experienced guides.
+=== Barerte Waste ===
+{{main|Barerte Waste}}
+The [[Barerte Waste]] is a desert basin between the [[Bogh Mountains]] to the northwest and the Ilergierze Mountains to the southeast. Most of it is dry and without surface water. The [[Saltmirror Basin]], a salt flat, lies at its northern end. [[Lake Aregarit]] lies in the southwest, beside a dried lakebed, and [[Lake Sacoane]] lies in the north.
+=== Șire Bișit ===
+{{main|Șire Bișit}}
+[[Șire Bișit]] is an area of broken, faulted ground in eastern Khamria, beyond the Așdilu Mountains. Earthquakes are frequent, and the surface is uninhabited.
-Minthal Valley: Nestled between the [[Anvil Range]] and the [[Astralith Range]], the Minthal Valley is the ancestral homeland of the Minthari. This valley is abundant in mineral resources, making it a hub for mining and metallurgy. The Minthari have established intricate underground cities and forge-temples within the valley walls, showcasing their exceptional skills in stonework and metalcraft. The valley is also the cultural heart of the Minthari people, where traditional festivals and ceremonies are held to honor the spirits of the earth.
+== Mountain ranges ==
+Four ranges divide and enclose the subregions.
+* The [[Așdilu Mountains]] form a ring around the Domain of Yairan and the eastern wall of the Baviare Vale. Lavierin and [[Gareag]] are built on their western side.
+* The [[Ilergierze Mountains]] run from southwest to northeast between the Barerte Waste and the Baviare Vale. They are volcanic in origin. [[Yacinsa]] lies on their eastern slopes.
+* The [[Bogh Mountains]] form the northwestern border with Gosterra. They are crossed by a northern pass at [[Iparbinze]] and a southern pass at [[Goterleni]].
+* The [[Mazissage Mountains]] run along the south of Khamria and continue west along the border with Balúrail. They are covered in mist for most of the year.
-Sanctuary Vale: Deep in the heart of Terasil lies the Sanctuary Vale, a secluded and sacred valley and the homeland of the Orasians.
+== Coast ==
+[[File:Sire Bisit Photo 02.jpg|thumb|Photograph of Șire Bișit]]
+Khamria has two stretches of coast on the Southern Ocean. In the south, the Mazissage Mountains descend directly into the sea. In the east, a narrow strip of coast lies beside the Domain of Yairan, south of Șire Bișit.
-Graveyard of the Fallen: Situated at the eastern edge of the Cairnwal Range, the Graveyard of the Fallen is a solemn plain dotted with towering and weathered stone boulders. Legend holds that this is the hallowed ground where ancient Orasian warriors made their last stand against a cataclysmic force threatening Terasil. The area is considered sacred, and massive stone statues carved in the likenesses of the fallen heroes stand as eternal guardians. The Orasians hold annual remembrance ceremonies here, paying homage to the sacrifices made to protect their realm.
+== Rivers and lakes ==
-|Mountain Ranges=Mountains dominate the geography of Terasil, serving as natural barriers, spiritual symbols, and resources for the inhabitants of the realm. These ranges form the backbone of Terasil, offering both protection and challenges to those who live within them.
+Surface water is scarce. The [[Ingur River]] rises in the Mazissage Mountains near Lepigisțil, descends [[Senerge Falls]] at [[Uryaurire]], and flows east across Lurțilia to [[Lake Ingur]]. The city of [[Ingur]] stands on the lake's eastern shore. The lakes of the Barerte Waste are the only other large bodies of water.
-Citadel Mountains: Located at the heart of Terasil, the Citadel Mountains are the oldest and most sacred range in the realm. These mountains are home to the capital city of Kar-Thal and are considered the birthplace of the Orasians. The peaks of the Citadels tower above the rest of Terasil, creating a natural fortress around the realm's heartland.
+== Subterranean features ==
+{{main|Deep Roads}}
+The [[Deep Roads]], a network of passages built by the [[Namuril]], run beneath the mountain ranges and connect the cities of the Baviare Vale to one another and to Orinilure.
-Anvil Range: To the east of the Citadel Mountains, the Anvil Range is known for its rich deposits of minerals and metals, making it a key region for Minthari mining and craftsmanship. The range is heavily tunnelled, creating a vast network of mines and caverns.
+== Climate ==
+Khamria is arid. Summers are hot, winters are cool, and rainfall is low. The Așdilu Mountains block moisture from the west and leave the land east of them drier still. The Mazissage Mountains receive more moisture than the rest of the region. The highest peaks are cold throughout the year.
-Terraces of Mist: Located to the Southwest of the Citadel Mountains, the Terraces of Mist are perpetually shrouded in fog. These mountains are known for their lush landscapes and serve as a transition zone between the realm of earth and water.
+== Flora and fauna ==
+{{main|Flora and Fauna of Khamria}}
+Vegetation is sparse outside the Baviare Vale, where highland savanna supports grasses, shrubs, and scattered trees. Animal life includes large grazing herbivores, long-legged birds, and predatory cats.
-Khargaath Range:: West of the Citadel Mountains, these impassible mountains form the Western edge of Sanctuary Vale, these sharp, dark mountains are remnants of ancient volcanic activity. The Khargaath Range are treacherous, with jagged cliffs and deep ravines. The town of Djes-Val sits nestled in its eastern slope.
+[[Category:Khamria]]
+[[Category:Geography of Khamria]]
-Astralith Range: Located west of the Anvil Range, and once part of the Anvil Range, the Astralith Range is known for its reflective black stone, which absorbs light and creates a mysterious, shadowy landscape.
-Scarspire Range: This mountain range lies to the east of the Yalta Expanse, bordering the [[Zanarak]] desert. The Scarspires appear scorched and weathered, shaped by harsh desert winds.
-[[Cairnwall Range]]: Southwest of Seh-Kal and bodering the Zanarak desert, this range is famous for its massive boulder fields. The Cairnwall Range is a rugged and broken landscape, with shifting stones and scattered boulders.
-Tearfall Range: Surrounding the Emerald Valley, the tearfall range is named after the shape of the Emerald Valley.
-The Boundary Mountains: This range borders the western highlands of Terasil and is famous for its impenetrable, iron-rich peaks. The Boundary Mountains are a natural defense against external threats and are often associated with the strength and resilience of the Orasians.
-}}
-Notable Locations
-Terasil is famous for its vast underground networks, carved out over millennia by both natural geological processes and the industrious efforts of the Minthari.
-The Deep Roads: This ancient system of tunnels is used for transportation, trade, and as places of refuge. The Deep Roads stretch across Terasil, connecting major cities like Kar-Thal and Minthal with smaller settlements and resource deposits. These roads are heavily guarded by Earthbound Spirits, making them both dangerous and sacred to those who traverse them.
-Caverns of Echoes: These caverns are known for their unique acoustics, often used by the Orasians for meditation and ritual purposes. The echoes in the caverns are believed to be the voices of the earth itself, communicating with those who are attuned to its rhythms.